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POD Technology included in new grinder and polisher

Blastrac, NA has debuted its POD (Point of Development) Technology with its new high-performance grinder and polishing machine, the Diamatic BMGP-600-R. POD Technology collects dust and debris through a tool, consequently cooling the diamond and polishing heads. Resulting benefits include a cleaner work path with increased visibility of the work […]

Artisan publishes design workbook

Scott Cohen, owner of contracting outfit The Green Scene, has just released a new book titled “Scott Cohen’s Outdoor Kitchen Design Workbook.” Included in the publication are demonstrations of Cohen’s methods for creating cast-in-place concrete barbecue counters accented with fiber optics and casting glass. The book’s layout guides and templates […]

Quikrete publishes comprehensive guide

A new book from The Quikrete Companies titled “Guide to Concrete, Masonry & Stucco Projects” provides accurate, detailed project instruction for homeowners with novice or advanced skills. Written with straightforward language and hundreds of full-color illustrations, the 160-page softcover book offers a comprehensive collection of concrete, masonry and stucco project […]

Sustainability announced as a focus

The American Concrete Institute has announced goals, programs, and initiatives to provide knowledge on the sustainable properties of concrete to its members and the concrete industry as a whole. Together with ACI’s Technical Activities Committee, Education Activities Committee, and Certification Programs Committee, ACI’s Board Advisory Committee on Sustainable Development (BAC-SD) […]